Pakistan secured a commanding eight-wicket victory over Sri Lanka in the second ODI, clinching the three-match series 2-0 with one game remaining. The hosts chased down Sri Lanka's total of 288/8 in 48.2 overs, with former captain Babar Azam delivering a match-winning unbeaten 102 off 119 balls. Fakhar Zaman contributed a fluent 78, while Mohammad Rizwan remained unbeaten on 51 to seal the triumph. Earlier, Sri Lanka posted a competitive total with Janith Liyanage top-scoring with 54 and several batters making useful contributions. Pakistan's bowling attack was led by leg-spinner Abrar Ahmed, who claimed 3/41, and Haris Rauf, who took 3/66. Babar Azam was named Player of the Match for his brilliant century, his 20th in ODI cricket. The final match of the series is scheduled for November 16, 2025, at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium.
Match Highlights and Key Performances
Sri Lanka batted first and posted 288/8, with Janith Liyanage leading the scoring with 54 runs. Pakistan's bowling was spearheaded by Abrar Ahmed, whose figures of 3/41 proved decisive as he dismissed Kamil Mishara, Kusal Mendis, and captain Charith Asalanka. Haris Rauf also claimed three wickets. In response, Pakistan comfortably reached the target with Fakhar Zaman scoring 78 and Babar Azam anchoring the chase with an unbeaten century. Mohammad Rizwan's unbeaten 51 helped finish the job. Babar's innings included eight boundaries and marked his 20th ODI century, achieved in just 136 innings, making him the third-fastest to this milestone. He was awarded Player of the Match for his outstanding performance.
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